What are the best free SEO resources online?
Whether you are a fresh-faced SEO newbie just starting to learn the ropes, or an SEO veteran who can recite the ins and outs of every Google update ever, SEO is a complex subject. In this post, we share our pick of the best free SEO resources available online.
4 common mistakes that tank responsive mobile conversion
About 10 years ago, just two screen sizes accounted for 77% of all web usage. Fast-forward to today, and things are very different, with laptops, tablets, smartphones, netbooks and web-enabled TVs among the devices that can access the internet. Responsive web design is the answer to staying competitive in our many-screened landscape - but it isn't a silver bullet. Here are 4 things that can kill your conversion rates even with a responsive website.
Killer demand gen strategy, Part 1: Personas and creative development
When embarking on demand generation channels such as Facebook and Google Display Network, it is important to first ensure that you understand your core audiences and how to best speak to them.
Duplicate content FAQ: What is it, and how should you deal with it?
There are a few questions that have been confusing the SEO industry for many years. No matter how many times Google representatives try to clear the confusion, some myths persist. One such question is the widely discussed issue of duplicate content. What is it, are you being penalized for it, and how can you avoid it?
Do you need a PPC management expert?
The eternal question for businesses both large and small: should you run your marketing in-house, or should you hire an expert? We look at some of the factors to consider.
Google AdWords: The Beginner’s Guide
Google AdWords is a staple platform for the vast majority of digital marketing strategies. However, marketers need to get things right from the outset to avoid costly inefficiencies. This guide will provide everything you need to know to get your AdWords account up and running, and set for success.
How businesses can optimize for Google’s new Question & Answer feature
Back in August, Google introduced a new feature called Questions & Answers, or Q&A, in Google Maps. This feature allows you and other people to ask and answer questions about your business. Here's what you need to know to make the most of this feature.
Seven SEO trends to watch in 2018
As we reach the fourth quarter of 2017, it's time to start thinking about the year ahead and what to expect from SEO in 2018. There are number of search industry trends that we've seen the very beginnings of this year and last, which will come into greater prominence in 2018. Here are seven you should be keeping an eye on.
Share17 Chicago: The key themes and trends
Digital marketers gathered in Chicago last week for Share17, an event hosted by SEO and content marketing platform BrightEdge. The event provided a welcome opportunity to take stock of where the industry stands, discuss common challenges marketers are facing, and consider the upcoming trends we should all aim to capitalize on. Here are some of the key highlights.
What is HTTP/2 and how does it benefit SEO?
The HTTP/2 protocol was published in 2015 with the aim of creating a faster, more secure Internet. Adoption has been gradual and is ongoing, but there are clear benefits for marketers who make the upgrade. So what exactly is HTTP/2 and how does it affect SEO?
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Amazon SEO: A guide to improving your rankings on Amazon
If you are looking for a launching pad for your products that your target audience likes and finds useful, Amazon is it. To get the most from your listings on Amazon, however, you will need to employ some SEO tactics to showcase your products and business.
How to make sure your local search marketing is up to scratch
For local businesses, having a strong presence in the local search results is fundamental to those all-important conversions. And when users are searching for a local term, they are far more likely to be looking for a service or product. Hence why the conversions on local search tend to be higher, and why you need to ensure that your local search engine marketing is up to scratch.
How to write blog headlines that drive search traffic
Content marketing is a highly viable digital marketing strategy, designed to attract and drive traffic to your website or specific landing pages. But you could be the best writer and still not attract qualified readers (or worse, any at all). Follow these simple rules and you’ll appeal to audiences as well as search engines.
How to optimize your ad campaigns for consumer behavior on Facebook and Google
Facebook and Google are now the go-to channels for marketers wishing to attract users and user attention, with businesses putting aside huge budgets to reach audiences on these platforms. Both have influenced how users search for information online and respond to advertising, in ways that marketers need to be aware of and adapt to in order for their advertising campaigns to be a success.
Ten steps to successful SEO for startups
SEO can help a growing startup establish its presence and meet business goals. Here’s how to get started with search engine optimization and which areas to focus on.
Still doing guest blogging? Keep these 4 tips in mind
A lot of people still rely on guest blogging as an ongoing part of their link-building strategy. There's nothing wrong with this - Google doesn't penalize people for guest blogging, as long as you do it well and in moderation. Here are some tips to keep you on the right side of Google.
The 5 best tools to develop a mobile-first SEO strategy
Search marketers rely on tools to make sense of what it is a very complex, fluid environment. With the increasing importance of mobile, the list of tools grows even longer. Which platforms should search marketers use to devise a mobile-first SEO strategy?
Does your website need an SEO audit?
Audit. A word associated with redundancies or the tax man knocking at your door. It’s a word devoid of happy connotations. But don’t be afraid, they can be very helpful. So where do they fit into the SEO ecosystem, and how can you tell if your website needs one?
